The Art of Herbal Tea
Infusions, Decoctions, and the Water Element
Essential Equipment
- ✓ Ceramic or Glass Teapot
- ✓ Strainer / Infuser
- ✓ Kettle
- ✓ Mason Jars for storage
The Process
Place 1-2 tsp of dried herb per cup of hot water. Pour water just off the boil over the herbs. Cover (to keep oils in) and steep for 10-15 minutes.
Place 1 tbsp of dried root per cup of water in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer gently for 20-30 minutes.
Formulary: Tea Recipes
Dandelion Flower Tea
A light, sunny infusion made from fresh or dried dandelion petals. This gentle tea lifts the spirit and provides a mild diuretic effect to clear water retention.
Thyme Honey Cough Syrup
A simple yet powerful natural remedy. Thyme is an excellent expectorant that helps clear the lungs, while raw honey coats and soothes a sore throat, together creating a sweet and effective cough syrup.
The Quiet Mind Tea
A deeply restorative infusion of Skullcap and Oatstraw to soothe anxiety, nourish the nervous system, and quiet racing thoughts.
Liver Support Tea
A gentle daily supportive tea for liver health and digestion.
Mugwort Tea
A bitter but visionary tea. Traditionally used to aid digestion or drank before divination or sleep to enhance intuition.
Sorrow Soother (Rose & Tulsi)
A blend for grief and heavy hearts. Tulsi (Holy Basil) is an adaptogen that lifts the spirit, while Rose acts as a gentle hug for the emotions.
Forest Energy Blend
A caffeine-free pick-me-up. Pine needles are rich in Vitamin C and Nettle provides deep minerals, giving sustained energy without the crash.
Lullaby Passionflower Tea
For the mind that will not shut off. Passionflower treats "circular thinking" insomnia. Combined with Lavender for deep relaxation.
Deep Breath Mullein Tea
Mullein is the premiere lung tonic. It moistens dry, hacking coughs and helps expel stuck mucus. Best used when the chest feels dry and tight.
Heart Ease Infusion
Hawthorn berry is food for the heart muscle and the emotional heart. Combined with Linden, it soothes anxiety that manifests as chest tightness or palpitations.
Womb Wisdom Tea
Red Raspberry Leaf is the supreme tonic for the female reproductive system, strengthening the uterine wall. Paired with Nettle for iron replacement.
Winter Warrior Brew
A targeted immune tea for the colder months. Elderberry protects cell walls from viral entry, while Cinnamon stimulates circulation.
After-Dinner Belly Soothe
The perfect antidote to a heavy meal. Peppermint dispels gas and bloating, while Fennel Seed relaxes the smooth muscles of the digestive tract.
Golden Root Glow
A warming anti-inflammatory powerhouse. Turmeric and Ginger work synergistically to reduce joint pain and improve digestion, activated by a pinch of black pepper.
Sunshine State Blend
A brightening blend of Lemon Balm and Chamomile designed to lift the spirit on gray days. Mild enough for children and powerful enough to ease nervous tension in adults.
Nettle & Oatstraw Tonic
A mineral-rich nutritive tea to rebuild energy and nourish the nervous system after burnout.
Deep Sleep Valerian Brew
A potent night-time tea for deep, restorative sleep. Warning: Valerian has a strong earthy scent!
Golden Throat Coat
A soothing demulcent tea for sore throats and dry coughs, featuring slippery elm and marshmallow root.
Meadowsweet & Mint Relief
A traditional blend to soothe headaches and ease digestive acidity. Meadowsweet contains salicylic acid (nature’s aspirin).
Calm Mind Tea
A gentle infusion designed to soothe anxious thoughts and promote restful sleep.